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Former Police Officers Convicted of Fraud WASHINGTON (7News) — A federal jury has convicted two ex-police officers on several charges, including conspiracy to commit wire fraud, wire fraud, arson, and bank fraud, as reported by the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of Maryland. Details of the
Truck transportation jobs in the U.S. showed minimal change in August, remaining significantly above last year’s figures but experiencing a gradual decline over the past five months. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the number of seasonally-adjusted jobs in the truck transportation secto
Worst Instance of Rolling Coal Captured on Video A Reddit user posted a shocking video showcasing one of the most egregious examples of rolling coal. In the footage, an individual opens the door of a Whataburger, allowing a thick plume of diesel smoke to envelop the interior. Patrons’ Reaction Laugh
Funding Round for Einride AB Einride AB has successfully raised approximately $100 million in funding, leading to a valuation of over $1 billion for the Swedish driverless truck startup, according to a source familiar with the situation who requested anonymity due to the confidential nature of the i
Dive Brief: A federal bankruptcy judge has authorized the acquisitions of additional Yellow Corp. terminals by Estes Express Lines and R+L Carriers for a total of $192.5 million, as reported in court documents from last month. Estes invested $142.5 million to acquire seven terminals and repurchase l
The White House’s new initiative to address the nation’s supply chain challenges involves increasing the number of veterans in the trucking sector. Officials from the Departments of Defense, Veterans Affairs, Labor, and Transportation are set to promote various existing programs aimed at assisting s
Traffic Resumes on Ambassador Bridge After Protests Traffic on the Ambassador Bridge, a vital trade route in North America, reopened on Monday following the conclusion of a week-long blockade by truckers protesting vaccine mandates. However, this protest likely resulted in economic damages amounting
Unmatched Purpose of the Rescue Truck Distinct from other vehicles in the Clayton Fire Department fleet, the rescue truck is referred to as the department’s “toolbox on wheels” by Fire Captain Cory Beard. It is specifically engineered for technical rescue missions, unlike fire engines that bear wate
Texas Suspends Commercial Driver Licenses for Non-Citizens The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) has halted the issuance of specific Commercial Driver Licenses (CDLs) for non-citizens. This change has raised concerns within the trucking industry about potential shortages of truck drivers, whic
